Email from Vista Chamber of Commerce

November 17, 2025

67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade

Join us for the 67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade! With this year's theme, "Rockin' Around Vista", we're highlighting the songs that make the holiday season magical!

Thank you to our sponsors and partners: City of Vista, North County Ford, and Children's Parade!

Grand Marshal

Our Grand Marshal this year is Eric Weirather, who has served as the Band Director at Rancho Buena Vista High School for over 25 years! Under his leadership, the music programs at RBV consistently rank among the top in California.

Learn more and see sponsorship opportunities available using the link below.

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10 Years

Vista Family Health Center

Educational Enrichment Systems, Inc.

Rising Star of the Month Program: November

Congratulations to our Rising Star of the Month students for November!

• Maili Virostko - Guajome Park Academy

• Jorge Cruz - Alta Vista High School

• Daniel Cazacu - Mission Vista High School

• Diego Alatorre Larios - Rancho Buena Vista High School

• Skye Graddon - Vista Visions Academy

• Josue Barboza Garcia - Vista High School

Learn about the Rising Star program here.

Help us support our Rising Stars! Show the flyer and part of your purchase will go towards support the Rising Star of the Month Program.

Tuesday, November 18 (5:00 - 8:00pm) at Chick-fil-A (475 Hacienda Dr.)

2025 Vista Made Showcase

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our very first Vista Made Showcase & Business Mixer!

It was such a joy seeing our community come together to meet the local companies that help power Vista’s vibrant economy.

A big shoutout to our official sponsor, The Steeping Giant, for their generous support!

Civics Bee Regional Vista Competition

This annual initiative – now expanding to all 50 states in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 – invites middle school students to showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and build trust in others and institutions through a nonpartisan, multi-round competition.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN NOW! Learn more and start the application process here.

Velocity, Vista Chamber Podcast: Special Solo Episode!

Tune in today for a special episode of Velocity, Vista Chamber Podcast!

Join Vista Chamber CEO Rachel Beld as she answers your most asked questions about Vista, including what's the best thing to do in Vista? When will Black Bear Dinner open? Is the Chamber part of the City?

Listen now here.

We Want to Hear From You!

It's extremely important for us to hear from our members and from the community on what we're doing right.

Please take a minute to leave us a review here.

Coffee & Conversation - November 19

Join us for a morning coffee while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Chamber members.

When: Wednesday, November 19 | 8:30 - 9:30am

Where: Cat & Craft Cafe | 3211 Business Park Dr.

Education Committee Meeting - November 19

This month we're doing a tour of Watkins Wellness from 10:00 - 11:30am, where we'll tour their manufacturing facilities and learn about their community support efforts.

When: Wednesday, November 19 | 10:00 - 11:30am

Where: Watkins Wellness | 1280 Park Center Dr.

Must RSVP to workforce@vistachamber.org.

Lunch & Learn: The Role of AI in Human Resources - December 16

In this interactive workshop, Scott Colgan from Paychex will explore how HR professionals and business leaders can harness AI responsibly and effectively.

When: Tuesday, December 16 | 12:00 - 1:00pm

Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.

Learn more and register here.

City Seeks Applicants for Planning and Homelessness Commissions

The City of Vista is now accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission and the Homelessness Commission.

Both commissions play an important role in shaping City policies and programs. The Planning Commission reviews development proposals and makes recommendations on land use, zoning, and community growth, while the Homelessness Commission advises the City Council on strategies and initiatives to address homelessness in Vista.

Applicants must be Vista residents age 18 or older. The deadline to apply is November 30, 2025. Learn more and apply here.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 Grants

Verizon is awarding $10,000 to 50 small businesses just like yours. To become eligible to apply, you just have to complete 2 Digital Ready courses or events by 12/10/2025. Will you be the next recipient? Learn more here.

Content & Clicks: Branding - Free Public Marketing Workshop

Our next Content & Clicks workshop is all about Branding, what it is, why it matters, and how to build a brand people actually connect with.

Join us Tuesday, November 18, from 12–1 PM at The Film Hub for a practical, no-fluff session that will help you strengthen your brand from the ground up. No need to RSVP, just show up!

Want your event to be featured? Submit them on our website here.

Burtech Open Market

When: Wednesday, November 19 | 3:00 - 7:00pm

Where: Burtech Family Vineyard | 1325 Pipeline Dr.

Come enjoy the Burtech Family Vineyard Open Market Event! There’s something for everyone, delicious desserts, handmade crafts, live music, and fun treats.